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Stage 5 · Polynomials (Path) · Graph polynomials · Topic: Polynomials & logarithms · Year 9, 10

Use graphing applications to compare the graphs of y = - P(x), y = P(- x), y = P(x) + c and y = kP(x) to the graph of y = P(x)

Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-polynomials-path/pol-aph-stg5-06 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_POL_APH_STG5_06 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗

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Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-POL-P-01)

MA5-POL-P-01 defines, operates with and graphs polynomials and applies the factor and remainder theorems to solve problems (Path: Adv, Ext)

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Desmos Graphing Calculator
Desmos · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
Use it for: Graph lines, parabolas and exponentials live; find intersections to solve simultaneous equations.
Also tagged to: Examine the gradient of the tangent to the curve y = a^x at …; Use graphing applications to identify the graphs of y = a^x …; Examine the gradient function of y = a^x with graphing appli…; Establish using graphing applications that replacing x by - … and 82 more
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GeoGebra Classic
GeoGebra · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
Use it for: Dynamic geometry and graphing for constructions and proofs.
Also tagged to: Examine the gradient of the tangent to the curve y = a^x at …; Use graphing applications to identify the graphs of y = a^x …; Examine the gradient function of y = a^x with graphing appli…; Establish using graphing applications that replacing x by - … and 84 more